In the Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka case (1954), the Supreme Court ruled that it is illegal to force people of differen
t races to attend separate schools. The decision was based on the fact that minority students were not receiving an equal education. The idea of "separate but equal" is a violation of rights. Which of the following supports the idea that "separate but equal" is a violation of citizens' rights? A.
The Declaration of Independence states, "all men (people) are created equal".
B.
The United States Bill of Rights allows citizens to have liberty and property.
C.
The Preamble to the U.S. Constitution establishes the idea of justice for all.
D.
The 14th Amendment of the Constitution gives citizens equality under the law.
